1970 Lancia Stratos vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (240 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1970 Lancia Stratos. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1970 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 490 kg more than 1970 Lancia Stratos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Lancia Stratos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lancia Stratos. (153 Nm). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lancia Stratos.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Lancia Stratos 1999 Volkswagen Golf
Make Lancia Volkswagen
Model Stratos Golf
Year Released 1970 1999
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 1584 cc 3201 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 115 HP 240 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 153 Nm 350 Nm
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 84.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 74.9 mm 95.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 19.5:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 980 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 3680 mm 4160 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1090 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2170 mm 2520 mm


 

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